Rana Tootoonchi, M.A. (Digital Technologies in Heritage Conservation)
Prof. Dr. Mona Hess (The Chair of Digital Technologies in Heritage Conservation)
Prof. Dr. Daniela Nicklas (The Chair of Mobile Systems)

Contact: rana.tootoonchi(at)uni-bamberg.de

01.11.2023 - 01.10.2027

This research aims to investigate the potential of digital twin technology in heritage buildings. Digital twins are virtual replicas of physical objects or systems that can be used for simulation, monitoring, and optimization purposes. Using digital twins in heritage buildings can offer significant benefits, such as better preservation of historic structures, improved maintenance and management, and enhanced visitor experiences.
The research will start with a literature review to identify the current state of the art in digital twin technology and its application in heritage buildings. This review will also identify any gaps in knowledge and areas that require further investigation. The research will then focus on developing a digital twin model of a heritage building, using data obtained from various sources such as laser scanning, photogrammetry, and sensor networks.
The proposed research will investigate the effectiveness of the digital twin model in various applications, such as virtual restoration, simulation of structural behaviour, energy efficiency analysis, and visitor flow analysis. The research will also explore the challenges and limitations of implementing digital twins in heritage buildings, such as data privacy and security, accuracy and reliability of data, and the need for interdisciplinary collaboration. The proposed research will provide insights into the potential of digital twin technology in heritage buildings and identify the best practices for its implementation.
The outcomes of this research will be valuable for heritage building owners, architects, engineers, and conservationists who are interested in preserving and managing historic structures.